Job Description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.
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Job Title:  Associate Customer Development Manager, Other Healthcare
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  10/16/26
Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #176769 - Rosemont, Illinois, United States

As our Associate Customer Development Manager on the Healthcare Team, you will lead commercial efforts across the Drug Distributor channel and Over the Counter Benefits sectors. 

 

You will guide third party broker partners, build data driven joint business plans, and unlock high value opportunities across independent drug networks, insurers, long term care, and government channels.   

 

Your Day to Day and The Future

 

  • Manage strategic broker relationships to drive Colgate priorities, approved product list distribution, and Over the Counter benefit execution.   

  • Analyze market insights to deliver actionable recommendations for expanding presence in independent drug, insurer, long term care, and government segments.   

  • Conduct pre and post campaign return on investment analyses to continuously refine commercial proposals and customer strategies.   

  • Collaborate across cross functional networks to integrate Colgate brand strategies with key customer goals.   

  • Identify supply chain efficiencies and deliver creative commercial solutions to optimize growth.   

 

You’ll need to have

 

  • A bachelor's degree.   

  • 3+ years of professional experience in CPG sales, category management, or related account management roles.   

  • Experience managing broker relationships, analyzing consumer data, and creating commercial strategy recommendations.

  • Willingness to work on site, in office 4 days per week with Fridays remote.

  • Current legal authorization to work in the United States on a full time, permanent basis without requiring current or future sponsorship.   

 

Even better if you have

 

  • Direct experience working within Consumer Packaged Goods.   

  • Specialized experience operating within healthcare retail, OTC, or distributor channels.   

  • Familiarity with syndicated data platforms such as Nielsen, IRI, or customer loyalty databases.

  • Experience with Healthcare Distributors.


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $86,000.00 - $137,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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